Fenwick was an independent candidate for City Council in 2011. He turned in over 1,000 signatures, far exceeding the 125 required to be placed on the ballot. [11] However, he was unable to win in his second attempt. [12]

Another important issue Fenwick said he would promote is economic development. He told the media at his campaign launch that he will announce specific steps he would like to see the City take in order to create jobs.

At a press conference at his home on July 2, 2009 he shared his three-part platform for promoting local job growth. Fenwick recommends: